2008 TL Base Auto vs Type S Auto - Power??
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2008 TL Base Auto vs Type S Auto - Power??
There's a few 2008 TL's on sale near me. All are auto transmission.
I did read a lot about this, but I can't seem to find a straight answer on how much faster a Type -S auto is versus the base auto?
So so who wins auto base vs auto type s 0-60? And by how much? Can u feel the difference?
The black on black type s on sale has 98,000 miles and the white on black base has 66,000 miles. Both are 2008. I rather go with the base for low mileage if the type s isn't a huge difference "performance" wise.
Any help is appreciated and yes I'm well aware of the cosmetic differences and suspension etc between the 2 but I'm simply focusing on performance here. Would the type s auto kill the the base from a standstill?
I almost bought a 2013 base TL the other day but couldn't get used to the design so I'm now in the 3G models.
The type s two tone leather interior and red lighting would be something I would need to get used to though lol.
Thanks again.
I did read a lot about this, but I can't seem to find a straight answer on how much faster a Type -S auto is versus the base auto?
So so who wins auto base vs auto type s 0-60? And by how much? Can u feel the difference?
The black on black type s on sale has 98,000 miles and the white on black base has 66,000 miles. Both are 2008. I rather go with the base for low mileage if the type s isn't a huge difference "performance" wise.
Any help is appreciated and yes I'm well aware of the cosmetic differences and suspension etc between the 2 but I'm simply focusing on performance here. Would the type s auto kill the the base from a standstill?
I almost bought a 2013 base TL the other day but couldn't get used to the design so I'm now in the 3G models.
The type s two tone leather interior and red lighting would be something I would need to get used to though lol.
Thanks again.
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And just as an "aside" I test drove a 2010 tSx v6 auto and it was pretty quick. I couldn't get a good deal on it though. I'm wondering if its quicker than a base TL. There's only 1 TSX V6 on sale in a 100 mile radius from me. Lol.
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Suzuka Master
Base AT vs Type S AT the Type S will kill the base TL in any scenario (performance wise). I own both car (see my sig below), the Type S is slightly faster that extra 28 HP and 23 TQ can be felt using the butt dyno. 07-08 Base TL suspension has been soften to soak up bump where the Type S will hide the FWD heavy VERY well but it will be annoying when the road get choppy.
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Why the hell does it matter how much faster if it is for every day driving then..
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I wouldn't be racing the car..I just want to know with everyday driving, will I notice a performance difference in base vs type s..auto.
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Suzuka Master
Because TL iz a RACE CAR....
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What car are you coming from
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Ok, wrong type of words. I want something with good pickup from a stop light or stop sign from getting on a ramp, etc. I'm sick of cars passing me in regular day driving..just want something "peppy"..I hope that's worded better..I guess I judge "pep" by 0-60..and I shouldn't?
I wouldn't be racing the car..I just want to know with everyday driving, will I notice a performance difference in base vs type s..auto.
I wouldn't be racing the car..I just want to know with everyday driving, will I notice a performance difference in base vs type s..auto.
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S stands for speed
Future pic of OP in a Type S:
versus in a Base:
Future pic of OP in a Type S:
versus in a Base:
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I recently ran across a site listed some 0-60 times for some of the various flavors/vintages of the 3G TL (sorry, I wrote down the times but don't have the link):
- 2004 TL Automatic: 6.6 seconds
- 2007 TL Automatic: 7.0 seconds
- 2008 TL Automatic: 6.9 seconds
- 2004 TL 6-Speed: 5.9 seconds
- 2006 TL 6-Speed: 5.8 seconds
- 2007 TL-S 6-Speed: 5.7 seconds
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Thoiboi lmao.
g4acura daily driving you will not notice a difference in power at all trust me. Now when you floor it of course there is a noticeable
difference in power and engine sound. The type S will be a stiffer car to drive which means you will feel the road
more. Steering is tight and you can feel the transmission downshifts.
It drives more like a sports car then luxury. I prefer sport so I went Type S
The paddle shift and Brembos are also a great addition
g4acura daily driving you will not notice a difference in power at all trust me. Now when you floor it of course there is a noticeable
difference in power and engine sound. The type S will be a stiffer car to drive which means you will feel the road
more. Steering is tight and you can feel the transmission downshifts.
It drives more like a sports car then luxury. I prefer sport so I went Type S
The paddle shift and Brembos are also a great addition